(3) Preschool Teacher

FAMILY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES INC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 37,374 - 40,611; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Job summary

FAMILY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES INC in Indianapolis, IN is looking for dedicated Preschool Teachers to join our Head Start team. You will create nurturing, engaging classrooms for children ages 3-5, delivering developmentally appropriate lessons and fostering a positive environment.

Ideal candidates will have an AA/AS or BA/BS in Early Childhood Education, or equivalent experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• AA/AS in Early Childhood Education or equivalent required.
• Teaching experience with preschool aged children is preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver creative, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with curriculum standards.
• Support each child’s social, emotional, and academic growth.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Partner with families to support children’s progress.
• Track and report child outcomes and milestones.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Curriculum Development

Social and Emotional Support

Communication with Families

Education

AA/AS or BA/BS in Early Childhood Education

State awarded preschool teacher certification

Job description

Job Details

Location: Cafe HS – Indianapolis, IN 46226

Salary: $27.13 - $29.48 hourly, pay competitive based on experience.

Job type: Full-time, School-Year.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Professional Development, and more.

About Us

At Family Development Services (FDS), we are the exclusive provider of Head Start and Early Head Start programs for Marion and Hamilton Counties. Our mission is to improve the lives of children by providing high-quality early education and comprehensive, family-focused services. As we expand to serve more children for the 2025–2026 school year, we’re hiring passionate professionals who want to make a real difference.

Job Summary

We’re hiring Preschool Teachers to join our Head Start team and create nurturing, engaging classrooms for children ages 3-5. If you believe in the power of early childhood education and want to help prepare children for lifelong success, we’d love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver creative, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with curriculum standards.
• Support each child’s social, emotional, and academic growth.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Partner with families to support children’s progress.
• Track and report child outcomes and milestones.

Qualifications

• AA/AS in Early Childhood Education OR BA/BS in Early Childhood Education -OR- state awarded preschool teacher certification with experience teaching preschool aged children -OR- BA/BS in related fields with at least fifteen college courses in Early Childhood Education plus experience teaching preschool aged children. BA highly preferred.
• Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.
• Travel required locally up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.